Advanced Troubleshooting and Board-Level Diagnostics
Students will delve into the complex internal workings of modern medical devices, focusing on the principles of electrosurgery and other critical OR systems. The curriculum emphasizes practical application of diagnostic tools, including signal tracing, power supply analysis, and control board diagnostics. Comprehensive understanding of sensor technologies and their integration is covered, alongside systematic fault isolation strategies. The course also addresses the critical aspect of service documentation and compliance, preparing technicians for advanced roles in equipment maintenance and repair. Practical lab sessions and a capstone project ensure hands-on proficiency in identifying and resolving complex equipment malfunctions, optimizing device uptime and patient safety.
InstructorJacob CalhounCourse outline
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Syllabus
["Week 1: Lesson 1: Advanced Schematic Interpretation and System Architecture","Week 2: Lesson 2: Advanced Power Supply Diagnostics and Component-Level Repair","Week 3: Lesson 3: High-Frequency Electrosurgical Waveforms and Output Stage Analysis","Week 4: Hands-on Lab: Advanced Power Supply & RF Output Stage Troubleshooting","Week 5: Lesson 5: Microcontroller and Digital Control Board Diagnostics","Week 6: Lesson 6: Analog Signal Processing and Sensor Interface Troubleshooting","Week 7: Lesson 7: Advanced Bipolar, Monopolar, and Argon Delivery System Diagnostics","Week 8: Hands-on Lab: Control Board & Sensor System Troubleshooting & Midterm Review","Week 9: Lesson 9: Advanced Energy Delivery Verification and Calibration Procedures","Week 10: Lesson 10: Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and Noise Reduction Techniques","Week 11: Hands-on Lab: Complex Fault Isolation and Intermittent Problem Diagnosis","Week 12: Lesson 12: Advanced Patient Return Electrode Monitoring (PREM) System Diagnostics","Week 13: Lesson 13: Service Documentation, Risk Management, and Regulatory Compliance","Week 14: Capstone Service Project: Comprehensive Electrosurgical Unit Restoration"]